Events Meeting Planner - Stamford, CT

You’ll enjoy all the autonomy you need to help our clients make their digital infrastructure faster and more effective. Under the direction of Global Leader, ISG Events, be responsible for operational execution of approximately 8-10 annual events. Make recommendations based on needs and budget • Select appropriate vendors for each event and negotiate contracts for hotels, ground transportation, destination management companies, audio visual and other providers as required • Build and maintain good working relationships with meeting suppliers • Arrange for temporary personnel at events when necessary and instruct them as to their duties and supervise their performance • Monitor event budgets, updating forecasts as final estimates are received • Execution of final onsite logistics including: menu selection, detailed meeting specifications, accommodations for staff and speakers, audio visual equipment, signage, overseeing registration material preparation, on-site management, auditing and reconciling invoices, payment of provider bills • Prepare final expense budget for each assigned project as it relates to expenses incurred on site • Verify the accuracy of all meeting-related invoices and forward for review. At ISG, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our clients, and our communities. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.